There is now an even newer Historical Society in Newport, Maine! After a merge with the Newport Public Library Association, and several years in a Capital Campaign, the Newport Cultural Center,home of the Public Library & Historical Society & Museum, opened for business on March 23, 2009. Located at 154 Main St., the Newport Cultural Center is an innovative design which blends the collections of both the library and the museum. The Grand Opening Ceremony will be held on April 18th, 2009 from Noon until 3:00p.m.